Pilates Essentials for Physiotherapists Level 2: Athletic Performance

Melbourne 9th - 10th November 2024

Presented by John Contreras

To register your interest fill in the online form below or contact courses@physiosports.com.au


Rethink Pilates.

Pilates Essentials For Physiotherapists Level 2: Athletic Performance.

Elevate your practice with this in-person workshop, presented by John Contreras, an APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist, Strength and Conditioning coach, and Pilates Educator. This higher level workshop is designed for physiotherapists, health professionals, and Pilates instructors looking to seamlessly integrate strength training and athletic development principles into their patient’s Pilates programs.

Building on foundational Pilates knowledge, this workshop will equip attendees with the skills to progress their patient’s Pilates routines to enhance athletic performance. Participants will gain invaluable insights into the pivotal role Pilates can play in developing athleticism and sports-specific conditioning as well as progressing return to sports injury rehabilitation within the Pilates studio.

You will learn to design and coach athletic performance-focused Pilates programs that facilitate improved movement skills, enhance strength and power, and boost overall athletic development. The workshop will include practical sessions featuring floor and reformer-based exercises tailored to advance your patients' or clients' athletic capabilities.

Don’t miss this chance to expand your expertise and offer cutting-edge performance training to your patients. Join us to discover how Pilates can be a powerful tool in developing athletic performance and achieving superior sports conditioning outcomes.

All health and fitness professionals, students and new graduates with some prior Pilates experience are welcome. Those with no prior Pilates experience may attend, however be aware the practical content assumes attendees have some Pilates knowledge.

Presenter: John Contreras (APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist, S&C Coach. Pilates Coach & Educator). More info


Course Format

This workshop consists of:

  • An introductory online module

  • In-person workshop - see schedule for date/venue

  • PDF workbook and access to online resources

  • 3 months unlimited access to online content


Pilates Essentials For Physiotherapists Level 2: Athletic Performance

Workshops include:

  • A Physio’s Guide to Sports Pilates

  • A Sports Physio Approach to Pilates

  • Coaching Pilates to Athletes

  • Pilates Exercise Prescription and Sports Pilates Program Design

  • Triple Extension and Hamstring Pilates Exercises

  • Shoulder and Overhead Pilates Exercises

  • Jumping and Change of Direction Pilates Exercises

  • Groin and Torso Pilates Exercises

  • Athletic Mobility Exercises

  • Case Study: ACL Rehab


Melbourne 9th - 10th November 2024

To register your interest fill in the online form below or contact courses@physiosports.com.au


Course Presenter

John Contreras

B.Physio (Hons) B.Sc M.ExSci (S&C) M.Sports Physio

John is an APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapists who graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2001. He completed a Master of Exercise Science (Strength & Conditioning) in 2011 from Edith Cowan University and a Master of Sports Physiotherapy from Latrobe University in 2016.